Microplastics in dentistry: An invisible threat to patients and practitioners
WASHINGTON, US: Covering everything, including composite fillings and disposable suction tips, plastics are woven into all aspects of modern dental care. Yet a growing body of evidence is raising alarms about microplastics—tiny fragments less than 5 mm in size—that not only pollute the environment but may also pose risks to human health. Dentistry, long reliant on […]
Shared ownership: continue nurturing your practice’s legacy
DeNovo Dental Partners explains how partnering through its shared ownership model can secure your practice’s future without giving up control. Although Dr Peter Saner wasn’t actively considering the sale of his dental practice, encountering DeNovo Dental Partners provided an unexpected opportunity. He shares how his interaction with the team led to his decision to make…
Championing gum health through science and care: 50 years of expertise
As Corsodyl celebrates 50 years of gum expertise, Kate Fabrikant explains its mission to target gum disease by making gum care simple, effective and accessible. At Corsodyl, the number one dentist-recommended toothpaste brand for gum problems, we remain committed to raising awareness of the vital role healthy gums play in long-term oral and overall wellbeing,…
Ban on energy drinks for under 16s welcomed by dentists
Dental experts have applauded the government’s proposal to ban energy drinks for under 16s, pointing to ‘real scope for gains in oral health’. The Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) has announced proposals to ban the sale of high-caffeine (>150mg) energy drinks to children under 16. This includes online and in shops, restaurants, cafes…
Infection control: leading audits for continuous improvement
Join Laura Edgar on 9 September at 7pm as she explains how to lead infection control audits in a dental practice. This webinar will enable decontamination leads and infection prevention and control (IPC) leads to confidently lead infection control audits in line with current guidance. It will also help them develop the leadership behaviours and…
AI and the future of dentistry: Remaking Australia’s oral healthcare landscape
BRISBANE, Australia: Artificial intelligence is emerging as a transformative force in Australian dentistry, and a new national review has mapped how the technology is reshaping practice, education and patient care. It shows that, far from being a futuristic add-on, AI is steadily embedding itself across the profession, offering both breakthroughs and challenges for the country’s […]
Major dental companies navigate tariff turmoil
LEIPZIG, Germany: As dental companies continue to struggle under adverse market influences, the latest financial reports from major dental companies remind us that the industry is in a constant state of change and that tough market conditions also have their advantages. Five years of macroeconomic pressures have forced major dental companies to engage in heightened […]
‘Smile makeover’ web searches up by half since 2022
Searches for the term ‘smile makeover’ increased by 48% across the UK between 2022 and 2024, according to new analysis. A review of search engine data by Smile n Shine found that ‘smile makeover’ searches increased by 100% in Northern Ireland and 81% in England. They rose by 50% in Wales but did not increase…
Retention: how to create an engaged team that lasts
Mark Topley explains why engagement is the key to retention of a strong dental team and how you can create it in your own practice. Recruitment will always be part of running a dental practice. But if that’s all you’re focusing on, you’re just refilling a bucket without plugging the holes. And those holes are…
Uniting for FDI’s Vision 2030
Vision 2030: Delivering Optimal Oral Health for All is central to FDI’s advocacy strategy. Since its launch in 2021, it has guided efforts to address global oral health challenges, reduce inequalities and improve outcomes worldwide. The adoption of the World Health Organization’s resolution on oral health and the subsequent Global Oral Health Action Plan 2023–2030 […]